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France Gears Up for World Cup 2026 Quest
4 Jun
Summary
- France is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with tune-up matches.
- Les Bleus are co-favorites to win the Jules Rimet Trophy.
- Didier Deschamps will step down after 14 years as manager.
France has commenced its journey towards a third straight FIFA World Cup final appearance, with their preparation phase beginning on Thursday. The team will play two tune-up matches, the first against Côte d'Ivoire, ahead of their official Group I matches commencing on June 16 against Senegal.
Currently joint favorites to lift the Jules Rimet Trophy, France faces an Ivory Coast team that recently won the Africa Cup of Nations under head coach Emerse Fae. This friendly also serves as a final match for manager Didier Deschamps, who will depart after 14 years at the helm.
Didier Deschamps' squad boasts talent such as Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele. Mbappe is nearing Olivier Giroud's all-time scoring record for France, underscoring his vital role. The team's recent form includes eight wins in their last nine international fixtures, demonstrating their strong standing ahead of the global tournament.
